Parenting
“That’s Not Fair!”- Navigating Summer Camp Scheduling With Multiple Kids
Q: “I’m struggling with feelings of guilt around scheduling my kids’ various summer camps. Managing the logistics and trying to satisfy everyone’s desires is stressing me out! My older one’s equestrian interests always seem to get priority in both budget and scheduling. I feel bad about my other kids always having to compromise and…
Valentine’s Day Expectations Too High?
Q: Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and my son is struggling to come up with ideas for celebrating with his girlfriend. His younger sister says all his ideas are “lame” and won’t satisfy his girlfriend and her social media audience when she reports what he did. This is very upsetting to me. It seems…
Is My College Freshmen Depressed?
Q: Our oldest is in his first semester of college. In many ways, it appears to be, “So far, so good.” At least academically, that is. But we’re worried. He doesn’t seem to be making friends. When we ask him how things are going, he just talks about classes and band practice, which are “fine.”….
Schizophrenia, Recreational Cannabis Use, and Medical Marijuana
by Intern Logan Walker-Liang Schizophrenia is a disorder that affects a person’s ability to think, feel, and behave. The two main symptoms are delusions and hallucinations. The exact cause of schizophrenia is unknown. However, there are emerging studies that show that marijuana use could be one potential risk factor for schizophrenia, especially in young men….
Will My Girls Ever Be Close?
Q: I’m very close with my sister. I was sure my girls would be the same. Sadly, they’re not. It’s fighting, ignoring, and avoiding. My husband says not to sweat it, but I can’t help but wonder if they will ever be close. A: Your children’s relationship saddens you, but remember, sibling rapport is intricate…
Summer Reading: You Can’t Make Me!
Q: I’m stressing about my child’s reading! He likes it when we read to him, but it’s such a battle to get him to sound out words or read independently. Do we give up at this point or continue to push him? School is starting in a few weeks and I feel like he’s behind….
Camp, I’m not going back!
Q: My child came home from camp declaring, “I’m bored and have no friends!” Now she’s begging to stay home, but I’ve paid for the entire session and need camp for childcare. Help!” A: Our parenting psychologist, Dr. Jill Jacobson, recommends the following: First acknowledge your feelings so you can support your child most effectively….
The Correlation Between Marijuana and Educational Outcomes in Teens
As teen marijuana use is on the rise, parents all over the country are worried about how their teens’ marijuana use could impact their education. The human brain continues to develop until the age of 25, and research suggests using marijuana can interfere with this development, affecting how connections are formed in the brain. Studies…
Less Yelling in 2023: Steps for Better Communication With Your Kids.
Q: As I am thinking about New Year’s Resolutions, my goal is to not yell at my kids as frequently. As a working mother, it has been challenging to give my kids attention. By the end of the day, I lose my temper and yell at them. I later felt guilty and eventually apologized to…
Who Benefits From Parent Coaching & Counseling?
There isn’t a one size fits all approach to parenting. We want to get to know you and learn about your family so we can work together to meet your parenting goals. Common parenting concerns that are brought to us include: Difficult child behaviors Sibling dynamics Parent-child conflict Separation anxiety Transition issues Problems at school…
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